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l-Thyroxine (T4, Levothyroxine) In Dogs & Cats: Uses, Dosage and Side Effects<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Binds to specific intracellular receptors and alters gene expression.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Uses of l-Thyroxine (T4, Levothyroxine)<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Treatment of hypothyroidism.<\/li>\n
Cases with pre-existing cardiac disorders require lower doses initially.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Dose of l-Thyroxine (T4, Levothyroxine) in Dogs and Cats<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Dogs, Cats:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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Hypothyroidism<\/span><\/strong>: 0.02\u20130.04 mg\/kg\/day. Alternatively, dose at 0.5 mg\/m2 body surface area daily.<\/li>\n
The dose is given with food once or divided twice a day.<\/li>\n
Monitor serum T4 levels pre-dosing and 4\u20138 hours after dosing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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